Sconces mounted on top of mirrors will create an additional layer of light. It's important to light "things" in the room, not air. Don't add ceiling lighting if it's not actually pointing to anything. And think strategically about where you will position your hanging lights in the room. Make sure they will enhance the design aesthetic of your room. You'll notice lighting is a well thought-out element in all of Candice Olson's designed rooms.

When asked how Candice felt about Halogen lighting versus LED, she said that she is still leans towards halogen lighting because it gives off a pure white and crisp clean color. LED has a blue quality about it and recessed lights don't have a beam spread like she'd hope for in a room. Be sure to find lights that give off all the same color (e.g. all white tone). Don't have a table lamp giving a yellow hue with an overhead light in crisp white!

Seems obvious but I noticed recently when I replaced a bulb in my kitchen overhang lighting, the new bulb was white and the rest of my bulbs are a more vintage yellow hue. I immediately thought of Candice and removed the bulb!

It was such a pleasure hearing Candice speak at #db2014 . She has such a dynamic personality and is hilarious (she mentioned that her son's didn't have any hockey tournaments during this time which is why she was able to make it to the conference).

She also told a hilarious story about her electrician, Chico, from her show Divine Designs. Chico gained such notoriety on the show that he became like a mini celebrity. One time, he was sitting in first class next to world class boxer, Evander Holyfield, and a fellow passenger approached their row. Candice hilariously described how Evander started to pull up his sleeves to prepare to provide an autograph. And the passenger by-passed Evander and excitedly yelled "Chico, I love you! Can I have your autograph"

I'm sure Candice would not approve of the lighting in our photo, but I had to share one last time with ya'll! It was quite an experience and she's as adorable (and model-tall) in real life as she appears in her photos!

Do you carefully consider lighting in your decorating? Or do you hastily provide it as an after-thought?

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Wonderful post Heather, and so happy you got to meet her! I grew up( later in life) on Candice and watched every show of hers. You look wonderful and Im anxious to hear more about the conference. Have a great weekend. xo Nancy